Sanjay Jha thinks so!Advani has had a deep pathological disrespect for Manmohan Singh, and this is not just evident because of the expected mud-slinging during election time. Even at the time of the nuclear debate and other issues, the 0.5 kg dumb-bell lifting marathon man could only think of accusing Manmohan of being a pulpy softie, being guardedly observed by Mrs Sonia Gandhi. But the true reason why Advani loathes Singhji is because in the deadly inner club of the political class, it is considered almost blasphemous to have a successful bureaucrat, non-political, Rajya Sabha member, utterly unassuming and totally devoid of political machinations, be the Prime Minister.

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We've heard the resounding verdict from the people of India and now it's time to look more closely at what the verdict was in favour of. What does the Congress party stand for and what does it aspire toward? Who better to delve into policy and politics than our own "unofficial" insiders! Congress loyalists (and analysts) Rajeev Gowda and Sanjay Jha are right on the job, bringing you their uncensored views and measured opinions.